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The Tank Superintendent is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing all field operations related to aboveground storage tank new construction, repairs, alterations, and maintenance projects. This position provides direct supervision of field personnel, subcontractors, and craft professionals while ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with project specifications, API standards, customer requirements, and company quality expectations. The Tank Superintendent serves as the primary field leader and works closely with Project Managers, Project Controls, Safety, Quality Control, clients, and vendors to successfully execute industrial construction projects.

• Plan, organize, and supervise all field activities for API 650 tank construction, API 653 repairs, and related industrial construction projects.
• Lead daily field operations while maintaining a strong safety culture and ensuring compliance with all company, customer, OSHA, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate manpower, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and resources to maintain project schedules.
• Conduct daily planning meetings, toolbox talks, pre-task planning, and Job Safety Analyses (JSAs).
• Review project drawings, specifications, contracts, work packages, and construction schedules before work begins.
• Ensure construction activities comply with engineering drawings, specifications, API standards, ASME requirements (when applicable), and customer expectations.
• Monitor project productivity and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Coordinate with Project Managers regarding project progress, schedule impacts, manpower requirements, and material needs.
• Verify that materials and equipment are available before scheduled work begins.
• Oversee structural steel installation, tank shell erection, bottom installation, roof installation, nozzle installation, appurtenances, and repair activities.
• Supervise welding, fitting, rigging, crane operations, hydrotesting, repairs, coatings, and final completion activities.
• Coordinate inspections with Quality Control personnel, third-party inspectors, and customer representatives.
• Maintain daily reports documenting manpower, equipment utilization, production quantities, weather delays, safety observations, and project progress.
• Monitor project costs including labor hours, equipment usage, and subcontractor performance.
• Ensure all work meets quality standards before customer inspections.
• Identify and resolve field issues while minimizing project delays.
• Maintain effective communication with customers, inspectors, vendors, and internal management.
• Mentor foremen and field leaders while promoting employee development.
• Participate in project kickoff meetings, planning meetings, and closeout meetings.
• Ensure proper housekeeping and organization of work areas.
• Enforce company policies, procedures, and standards of conduct.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Directly supervises Foremen, Leadmen, craft employees, and subcontractors.
• Plans daily work assignments and manpower allocation.
• Evaluates employee performance and provides coaching and development.
• Assists with hiring recommendations, promotions, disciplinary actions, and workforce planning.
• Promotes teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical, trade school, or construction management education preferred.

• Minimum 3-5 years of industrial construction experience.
• Minimum 3-5 years of supervisory experience managing tank construction or heavy industrial projects.
• Experience leading API 650 new tank construction.
• Experience performing API 653 tank repairs.
• Experience working in refineries, petrochemical facilities, terminals, power plants, or industrial facilities preferred.

• API 650 construction requirements
• API 653 repair and inspection requirements
• Industrial construction methods
• Welding procedures and fabrication practices
• Structural steel installation
• Tank erection methods
• Crane and rigging operations
• Hydrotesting procedures
• Construction scheduling principles
• Project planning
• OSHA construction regulations
• Fall protection requirements
• Confined space requirements
• Lockout/Tagout procedures
• Hazard recognition
• Industrial safety management
• Blueprint and drawing interpretation
• Mechanical construction practices
• Quality assurance and quality control procedures
• Material management
• Cost control principles
• Productivity measurement
• Jobsite logistics
• Equipment utilization
• Subcontractor management
• Construction documentation
• Microsoft Office
• Construction reporting software
• Daily reporting requirements
• Customer service principles

• Leadership
• Team management
• Project coordination
• Workforce planning
• Scheduling
• Communication
• Conflict resolution
• Decision making
• Problem solving
• Critical thinking
• Organization
• Time management
• Attention to detail
• Blueprint reading
• Mechanical aptitude
• Welding knowledge
• Rigging knowledge
• Safety leadership
• Coaching and mentoring
• Customer relationship management
• Negotiation
• Adaptability
• Multitasking
• Budget awareness
• Quality management
• Inspection coordination
• Material planning
• Equipment coordination
• Documentation
• Computer proficiency

• OSHA 30 Construction
• NCCER Certified
• API 653 Inspector (preferred but not required)
• TWIC Card
• First Aid/CPR Certification
• Competent Person Training
• Crane and Rigging Awareness
• Confined Space Training
• Fall Protection Training

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

• Frequently stand and walk for extended periods.
• Climb ladders, scaffolding, stairs, and elevated structures.
• Work at heights using appropriate fall protection.
• Frequently bend, kneel, crouch, stoop, and crawl.
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and greater weights with assistance.
• Push, pull, and maneuver tools and equipment.
• Reach above shoulder level and below the waist.
• Use hands for grasping, handling, and operating tools and equipment.
• Visually inspect work for quality and safety.
• Hear alarms, equipment, and verbal communication in industrial environments.
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions including heat, cold, humidity, wind, and rain.
• Work around loud noise, dust, fumes, and heavy equipment while utilizing required personal protective equipment (PPE)

• Industrial construction sites
• Petrochemical plants
• Refineries
• Chemical plants
• Marine terminals
• Manufacturing facilities
• Outdoor construction environments
• Frequent travel required
• Extended work hours, weekends, holidays, and shutdown schedules as needed

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

To successfully perform this job, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation. The position requires the ability to:

• Safely access active industrial construction sites.
• Wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toe boots, gloves, hearing protection, respiratory protection (when required), and fall protection equipment.
• Traverse uneven terrain, climb ladders, stairs, scaffolding, and elevated structures.
• Work in confined spaces and elevated work areas when required.
• Distinguish colors, symbols, and warning indicators necessary for safety and quality inspections.
• Communicate effectively in person, by telephone, radio, and electronic communication.
• Operate computers, tablets, and mobile devices to complete documentation and reports.
• Perform repetitive hand movements for writing, typing, and operating equipment.
• Maintain the physical stamina necessary to oversee field operations throughout the workday.
• Meet customer-specific site access requirements, including applicable safety training and medical clearances as required by client facilities.

Success in this position is measured by:

• Maintaining an excellent safety record.
• Completing projects on time and within budget.
• Meeting customer quality expectations.
• Achieving productivity goals.
• Effectively leading and developing field personnel.
• Maintaining accurate project documentation.
• Building positive customer relationships.
• Promoting continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Demonstrating professionalism, integrity, accountability, and commitment to the company's core values.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

TankWorx + Construction Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. If you require assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at 225-746-7010.